Funke Akindele’s latest movie, “A Tribe Called Judah,” has achieved an unprecedented feat by crossing the 1 billion mark at the box office, according to a press release issued by Film One Studios on January 4, 2024.<\/p>\n
Kene Okwuosa, the Group CEO of Film House Group, expressed his enthusiasm for the film’s remarkable success, stating, “We are witnessing a golden era for Nigerian cinema, and Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ reaching the \u20a61 billion mark is an indication of the creative industry’s flourishing state.”<\/p>\n
The film made its spectacular debut on December 15, 2023, in cinemas nationwide, capturing the audience’s attention with a stellar opening weekend, amassing a total of \u20a6113.3 million. This outstanding start solidified its status as the highest-grossing Nollywood opening weekend for the entire year.<\/p>\n
Following its premiere, “A Tribe Called Judah” gained rapid momentum, transforming into a massive hit with sold-out showings across the country. The success story transcended borders, with the film currently enjoying screenings in the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n
According to the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN), the film concluded 2023 with an impressive total gross of \u20a6854.3 million. This exceptional figure not only secures its position as the highest-grossing Nollywood title for 2023 but also establishes it as the all-time highest-grossing Nollywood film.<\/p>\n
“A Tribe Called Judah” weaves a captivating narrative around five brothers, with Jide Kene Achufusi as Emeka Judah, Timini Egbuson as Pere Judah, Uzee Usman as Adamu Judah, Tobi Makinde as Shina Judah, and Olumide Oworu as Ejiro Judah. The storyline revolves around their collective effort to orchestrate a heist to save their mother, portrayed by Akindele herself, in the character of Jedidah Judah. The film has not only broken box office records but also captivated audiences with its compelling storyline and stellar performances.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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